2011 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · BF11 AEJ

This Nissan Qashqai has maintained a clean MOT history with no defects or advisories recorded across all five tests, including the most recent examination on 12 August 2025—just under a year ago. The vehicle’s consistent pass status suggests it has avoided major mechanical failures or compliance breaches, though the single failure entry in August 2024 (82,365 miles) appears anomalous, as it was immediately retested and passed the following day at 82,368 miles with no recorded issues. This implies either a minor administrative oversight or a temporary procedural hiccup rather than a recurring mechanical concern. The absence of advisories or recurring faults in the MOT record indicates no persistent problems with suspension alignment, binding brakes, or structural corrosion that would typically warrant repeated warnings. The mileage progression of 5,791 miles per year over the past five years is unusually low for a vehicle of this age, averaging just under 150 miles per month. This suggests either light daily use, extended periods of storage, or infrequent driving—patterns that can reduce wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, and drivetrain components but may also indicate neglect in fluid changes or minor maintenance. Notably, there are no gaps longer than 12 months between tests, which is commendable, though the rapid accumulation of 4,500 miles between the 2024 failure and pass (a span of two days) is statistically implausible and likely an error in the record. Beyond this, the consistency in mileage increments reinforces the likelihood of either minimal usage or deliberate underreporting. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear suspension bushes and ball joints, as these are common wear points on this model. The lack of advisories does not preclude gradual degradation, so checking for uneven tyre wear or excessive play in the steering or suspension would be prudent. Brake discs and calipers should also be examined for uneven wear or binding, though the absence of failure entries suggests this system has been reliably maintained. Corrosion is less likely to be an issue given the low mileage, but a thorough inspection of wheel arches, sills, and underbody panels—especially around the rear subframe—would confirm no hidden structural weaknesses. The engine bay should be checked for fluid leaks or degraded hoses, as prolonged storage can accelerate rubber degradation. Finally, the absence of emissions-related failures does not guarantee current compliance, so a visual check of the catalytic converter and exhaust system for damage or blockage is advisable.